🏁 The XRAY XB8E 2026 is a competition-oriented 1/8 electric buggy 4WD kit. Updated chassis to lower and center the battery, more convenient split motor mount, rear geometry optimized for traction, new rear wing HUDY for more downforce. A premium chassis that is precise and durable.
⚙️ Technical specifications
- Type: Buggy 1/8 electric – 4WD (kit to assemble)
- Philosophy: competition, optimized rigidity, lowered center of gravity, easy maintenance
- Chassis: new plate with lower battery pack, battery supports closer to the axle, updated rear position
- Drivetrain: 4WD competition, center differential with improved access (split motor mount)
- Steering: sharper response thanks to carbon top deck servo and revised geometry
- Aerodynamics: new HUDY Strike Wing rear wing for more downforce and stability
- Electronics: reinforced radio box + one-piece electronic board (cleaner management)
🧩 Highlights of the 2026 version
- Completely redesigned motor mount: new interface, increased rigidity, better load handling.
- Split motor mount: easier access to the center differential for maintenance and adjustments.
- Updated center diff top deck: improved alignment and rigidity with the new motor mount.
- Revised chassis and peripherals: lower and more centered battery to lower the CG and stabilize the car.
- Modified side guards + battery mounts + brace holder: lower pack, stronger Velcro straps, reinforced support.
- Improved rear geometry: new C-suspension holder with lower positions for more traction (especially low to medium grip).
- More consistent steering: new carbon servo top deck, servo screws with integrated washers.
- Reliability and smoothness: new graphite ball joints (linkage rods & anti-roll bars) to reduce friction and maintain free movement even in dusty conditions.
- Wing and wing support: new support with enlarged contact surface for a more robust attachment.
❗ To be provided
- brushless 1/8 motor + ESC (ESC)
- Steering servo
- Radio + receiver
- 4S LiPo battery + suitable connectors
- LiPo charger
- 1/8 tires/wheels buggy
- 1/8 body buggy + paint (depending on model)
- Oils (diffs/shock absorbers) and workshop consumables
🎯 Who is it for?
- Leisure/club drivers looking for an upgradeable premium chassis
- Competitors looking for a more stable, more powerful, and easier to maintain car
- Fans XRAY who want the XB8E 2026 version with its chassis/engine/battery optimizations
